Luso Wreck

Scattered 1883 Luso Wreck in Azores, ideal for drift diving.

Boat Access
8m Avg Depth
16m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is the Luso Wreck, an 1883 vessel identified and explored by the Best Spot diving center. It presents as a scattered wreck, allowing divers to explore its dispersed components such as the distinctive propeller, robust boilers, and various other sections of the ship. The site is particularly well-suited for drift diving, where divers can navigate with the current to discover the historical artifacts spread across the seabed.

The Luso Wreck attracts a vibrant array of marine life. Divers can frequently spot larger species like dusky grouper, island grouper, white trevally, yellowmouth barracuda, almaco jack, and stingrays. Smaller inhabitants include the common octopus, along with schools of chub mackerel, blue mackerel, and bogue, all thriving around the wreck structure.

With a maximum depth of 16 meters and an average depth of 8 meters, the Luso Wreck is accessible to divers of all experience levels and is also highly suitable for freediving. The possibility of drift diving offers a dynamic experience, making it essential to consult local dive centers for current conditions. It's an excellent location for underwater photographers interested in both historical wreck details and marine life interactions.

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Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Good
Landscape Quality Very Good
Water Visibility Very Good Viz

Plan Your Visit

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Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow depth suitable for beginners, but drift diving adds a moderate element to the experience.

Hazards:
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Current Strength:

Moderate

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